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Ministry of Steel
Modernisation of Steel Plants
Details of public sector steel plants in the country are given below:-
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S.No.
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Name of the steel plant/ unit
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Location
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State
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Bhilai Steel Plant, SAIL
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Bhilai
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Chhattisgarh
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2
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Durgapur Steel Plant, SAIL
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Durgapur
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West Bengal
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3
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Rourkela Steel Plant, SAIL
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Rourkela
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Odisha
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4
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Bokaro Steel Plant, SAIL
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Bokaro
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Jharkhand
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5
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IISCO Steel Plant, SAIL
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Burnpur
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West Bengal
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6
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Alloy Steels Plant, SAIL
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Durgapur
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West Bengal
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7
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Salem Steel Plant, SAIL
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Salem
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Tamil Nadu
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8
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Visveswaraya Iron and Steel Ltd., SAIL
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Bhadravathi
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Karnataka
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9
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Vizag Steel Plant, RINL
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Visakhapatnam
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Andhra Pradesh
Steel, being a deregulated sector, the decisions regarding modernization and expansion of the various steel plants in the country are taken by the individual public steel companies based on commercial considerations and market dynamics.
Modernisation is a continuous process, last phase of modernization and expansion of the steel plants for Steel Authority of India Limited  and Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited  was taken up during 2006-07 to 2018-19.This lead to enhance ing the capacity of crude steel production from 15.8 million ton per annum  to 26.9 MTPA. This includes steel plants of SAIL at Bhilai , Bokaro , Rourkela , Durgapur , Burnpur  and of RINL at Visakhapatnam . Further, in accordance with the target of 300 MTPA steel production capacity of National Steel Policy  2017, modernization & expansion plan to enhance the capacity of crude steel production of SAIL from existing 20.63 MTPA to 35.8 MTPA tentatively by 2030 has been formulated.
The present annual crude steel capacity of the country is 154.27 MT and is envisaged to reach 300 MT according to target of NSP by 2030-31. Towards this, Ministry of Steel facilitates through policy support and guidance to steel producers. The action taken includes the following:-
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- Notification of Domestically Manufactured Iron & Steel Products  Policy for promoting procurement of Made in India steel.
- Notification of Steel Scrap Recycling Policy to enhance the availability of domestically generated scrap.
- Issuance of Steel Quality Control Order to stop manufacturing and import of non-standardized steel.
- Steel Import Monitoring System  for advanced registration of steel imports.
- Notification of Production-Linked Incentive  Scheme for Specialty Steel with an outlay of Rs. 6,322 Crore to promote the manufacturing of specialty steel within the country for domestic use and export by attracting Capital investments.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Steel, Shri Faggan Singh Kulaste in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Culture
17 antiquities returned to India from U.S since 2016: Dr. Mahesh Sharma
Till date, 17 antiquities which are also artefacts have been returned to India by US since June 2016.
Two antiquities i.e.  Saint Manikkavichavakar ,  Ganesha have been handed over to Idol Wing of Tamil Nadu Police and one male figure in stone has been sent to Khajuraho Museum. The remaining objects are still in the custody of Archaeological Survey of India.
The above information was given by Minister of State  for Culture and Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate change Dr. Mahesh Sharma, in reply to an Unstarred Question in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Education
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurates a newly constructed Multi-Purpose Hall at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Vadnagar
A newly constructed multi-purpose hall at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Vadnagar, District Mehsana was inaugurated today by Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Education and Skill Development Minister, Government of India. The hall is constructed at a cost of Rs.4,61,57,000. Union Minister also planted a sapling in the premises. Smt. Shardaben Patel, MP, Mehsana; Shri Sombhai Modi, Jaguriben Vyas President Nagar Palika Vadnagar; Shri Pankaj Kumar Principal Secretary,Government of Gujarat and senior officials of Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti were present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Pradhan said that there should be pride towards our literature, art, philosophy and education. He said that the national education policy will help prepare a future-ready generation. He also spoke about the rich and ancient history of Vadnagar and said that Vadnagar has been a vibrant center of knowledge spiritual splendor, civilization and culture.
Speaking about National Education Policy, he further said that the NEP has the potential to make the new generation global citizens.
Speaking about the role of citizens, he said that every citizen has to play a key role in building a New India — a clean, healthy and prosperous nation. Everyone performing their duties would pave the way for a better neighborhood, better society, and ultimately, a better country, he further added.
Speaking about Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and his connection to Vadnagar, he said that it is the beauty of this land that someone who was brought up in this land is now the leader of the country and a global leader.
Navodaya Vidyalaya Committee, Ministry of Education, Government of India allocated Rs.4,61,57,000 in December 2017 to construct a multi-purpose building  for Jawahar Navodaya School, Vadnagar, District Mehsana. Apart from this, the hall has the capacity to hold academic co-curricular and indoor, programs etc. The construction work of this building was done in November 2021 in a modern manner.
Ministry of Jal Shakti
Har Ghar Jal Scheme
Since August, 2019, Government of India in partnership with States, is implementing JalJeevan Mission  – HarGharJal, to make provision of potable tap water supply to every rural household in the country by 2024. Since launch of mission more than 5.38 Crore rural households have been provided tap water connection. Thus, as on 05.12.2021, out of total 19.22 Crore rural households in the country, now 8.61 Crore  households have provision of tap water supply. The State/ UT-wise details of households provided with tap water connection since April, 2020, is annexed. The Government of Uttar Pradesh has planned to make provision of tap water supply to every rural household of the State by 2024. The detailed information related to status as well as progress in making the provision of tap water supply to rural households is in public domain on JJM – dashboard, and available at:https://ejalshakti.gov.in/jjmreport/JJMIndia.aspx
This Information was given by the Minister of State for Jal Shakti, ShriPrahlad Singh Patel in a written reply in LokSabha today.
Ministry of Mines
States to Get Incentives for Successful Auction of Mines - Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi
Ministry of Mines’ AKAM Iconic Week Celebration Begins
Union Minister of Coal, Mines and Parliamentary Affairs Shri Pralhad Joshi said that incentives will be given to the State Governments for successful auctioning of mines and those who have identified potential mineral blocks. This will inspire other States to perform better in the mining sector. He said that successful States will be rewarded during the National Conclave on Mines &Minerals to be held in New Delhi tomorrow.
Shri Pralhad Joshi was inaugurating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav Iconic week celebrations of the Ministry of Mines here today. He said that Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah will be the chief guest during the one- day national conclave.
Participating in the AKAM iconic week celebrations, Secretary Ministry of Mines, shri Alok Tandon said that the PSUs / subordinate offices of the ministry will be celebrating the iconic week from 11th to 17th July, across the country.
Special Service and Features
Shri G. Muraleedharan assumed charge as Chief General Manager, BSNL, Tamilnadu Circle
Shri G. Muraleedharan, ITS has assumed charge as Chief General Manager, BSNL, Tamilnadu Circle, Chennai on 1st June 2021.
Shri G. Muraleedharan belongs to 1986 batch of Indian Telecom Service of Government of India. Previously he has served as Principal General Manager, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu Circle from May 2018 to May 2021.
It is stated in a press release issued by Assistant General Manager , o/o Chief General Manager, Telecom, BSNL TN circle, Chennai – 6.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Diksha Dagar, Yash Ghangas included in Target Olympic Podium Scheme
Haryana-based golfer Diksha Dagar and Judoka Yash Ghangas have been included in the Target Olympic Podium Scheme  in the Core and Development groups respectively.
The 21-year-old left-hander Diksha Dagar, who is from Jhajjar in Haryana and is a silver medalist in the 2017 Summer Deaflympics, finished 50th in the Olympic Games last year. Yash, meanwhile, rose from Panipat in Haryana to express himself on the mat
The Union Sports Ministry primarily supports elite athletes under the Annual Calendar for Training and Competition  of each National Sports Federation. TOPS provides customised support to athletes in areas not covered under the ACTC and addresses unanticipated needs of the athletes as they prepare to excel in the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Financial assistance for Bajrang and Sunil
The Sports Ministry’s Mission Olympic Cell  has approved financial assistance for wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Sunil Kumar for foreign exposure training.
Bajrang, bronze medalist at the Tokyo Olympics, was earlier approved an amount of Rs 7.53 Lakh for a 26-day training camp in Moscow ahead of a busy season. He is now supported with an additional Rs 1.76 Lakh for his ongoing camp that started on December 27. The 26-day camp concludes on January 2021.
Jitender and Anand Kumar have accompanied Bajrang as his sparring partner and physiotherapist respectively. Bajrang is set to compete in international meets including UWW Ranking events, the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham as well as the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. “I have to compete in Ranking Series in Italy and Turkey this February and then the Asian Championships in Mongolia in April. I’m going to give my best as I aim is to change the colour of my medal in Paris 2024,” Bajrang said.
Greco-Roman wrestler Sunil Kumar, meanwhile, has been approved an amount of Rs 10.85 Lakh towards a special training camp at Romania and Hungary with his sparring partner and coach. Sunil, who is a part of the TOPS Development group, will be using the foreign exposure trip to prepare for the upcoming United World Wrestling Ranking events.
Sunil had won the gold medals in the Senior National Championships 2019 and 2020, Asian Championship 2020 and the Senior Nationals in 2021.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister’s meeting with the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met H.E. Mr. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, on 10 September 2023, on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in New Delhi.
President Tinubu congratulated Prime Minister on the success of India's G20 Presidency. He also thanked Prime Minister for ensuring the permanent membership of the African Union in the G20, and for promoting the interests of the Global South.
Both leaders held productive talks on various areas of wide-ranging bilateral cooperation, including in trade and investment, defence, agriculture, millets, financial technology and capacity building.
Ministry of Steel
Dharmendra Pradhan Urges Industry to Develop New and Export Indigenous Technologies to the World
Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas and Steel, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan today participated in the 33rd National Conference of All India Induction Furnace Association of India  on Secondary Steel Sector. Theme of the Conference was “Most advantageous route of Environment friendly steel making through Electric Induction Furnace  and its global acceptance". Minister of State for Steel, Shri Faggan Singh Kulaste was also present on the occasion.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Pradhan urged the industry to focus on development of new technologies and work towards export indigenous technologies to ensure more value addition and making Indian steel sector more competitive.
Talking about policy reforms, Shri Pradhan said, “Almost half of country’s steel production is done by the secondary steel sector. We are making our policy framework more inclusive. Our Government has made raw material even more accessible to the secondary steel sector.Industry must reciprocate by producing more value added products.”
Speaking about importance of energy availability and affordability for the steel sector, Shri Pradhan said, “Steel industry needs more affordable energy. We are exploring new sources of energy. We are moving towards a gas based economy. We are laying a big network through Urja Ganga Yojana. We have 600 Million MT biomass in the country. Through use of technology, uptake guarantee we are planning to facilitate setting up of 5000 plants for bio energy generation. “
Referring to the importance of MSMEs, the minister stated that while economies of scale has its own benefits, large industries alone cannot cater to the huge population in terms of jobs creation. “Our MSMEs play an important role in large scale employment creation. The nation cannot prosper without wealth creators. Guided by the mantra of “Minimum Government, Maximum Governance” we are committed to facilitate growth of wealth creators,” he added.
Speaking about India’s ambition to become a net steel exporter, Shri Pradhan said, “India still imports high quality steel. We have a large market with skilled workforce. We must create an ecosystem to develop more high quality steel in the country and move towards becoming a net exporter.”
Shri Dharmendra Pradhan and Shri Kulaste gave away AIIFA awards, 2019 under the following categories:
- Energy Efficiency award was bagged by Usha Electric Power Pvt. Ltd, Raghav Productivity Enhancers ltd. and Advance Hydrotech pvt. Ltd.
- Ispat Agradoot award was received by Electrontherm and BDG Metals.
- Ispat Rachna award went to Capital Ispat Ltd. and Hightech Pipes Ltd.
- Ispat Udhyog Ratan award was bagged by Lexcom Steel Ltd. and Kashivishwanath Steel Ltd.
Shri Pradhan also released the annual Souvenir of AIIFA and a handbook on Indian Steel Sector on the occasion.
Ministry of Finance
Special Auction for Sale  of ‘5.15% GS 2025’, and ‘5.85% GS 2030’
The Government of India  has announced the Sale  of  ‘5.15% Government Security, 2025’ for a notified amount of Rs 11,000 crore , and  ‘5.85% Government Security, 2030’ for a notified amount of Rs 11,000 crore , both through price based auction. GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to Rs 2,000 crore against each of the above securities. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on February 11, 2021  using multiple price method.
Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the Securities will be allotted to eligible individuals and Institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution  system on February 11, 2021. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between10.30 a.m. and 11.00 a.m. and the competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.
The result of the auctions will be announced on February 11, 2021  and payment by successful bidders will be on February 12, 2021 .
The Securities will be eligible for “When Issued” trading in accordance with the guidelines on ‘When Issued transactions in Central Government Securities’ issued by the Reserve Bank of India vide circular No. RBI/2018-19/25 dated July 24, 2018 as amended from time to time.
Ministry of Defence
INDIAN ARMY TEAM TO ATTEMPT SIMULTANEOUS SCALING OF FIVE VIRGIN PEAKS IN TEHRAM SHEHR GLACIER
An expedition to simultaneously scale five virgin peaks located in theTeramShehr Glacier, near Siachen Glacier was flagged off by Major General Akash Kaushik, Chief of Staff, Fire and Fury Corps from Siachen Base Camp on 09 Aug 2021. The Indian Army mountaineers from the Ladakh Scouts Regiment will attempt scaling APSARASAS I, APSARASAS II, APSARASAS III, PT-6940 and PT-7140 simultaneously.The ceremony at Base Camp was attended by troops deployed in Siachen Base Camp and local Indian Army Veterans.
Vice President's Secretariat
Vice President condoles the demise of Prof. Koneru Ramakrishna Rao
The Vice President, Shri M Venkaiah Naidu today expressed anguish over the demise of well-known educationist, teacher and philosopher, Sri Koneru Ramakrishna Rao.
In a condolence message, he said that Prof. Rao was known to him personally for many decades and his death was a personal loss to him.
The Vice President said that Prof. Rao was a multi-faceted person and held various positions, including Vice Chancellor of Andhra University, Chairman of A.P. State Commissionerate of Higher Education and Vice-Chairman of Andhra Pradesh State Planning Board. His invaluable contribution to the field of education and Gandhian thought is a source of inspiration to many, he added.
Shri Naidu said that he had established the Department of Parapsychology in Andhra University and published several books and research papers.
The Vice President conveyed his deepest condolences to the bereaved family members.
Following is the full text of the condolence message -
“I am deeply anguished by the demise of well-known educationist, teacher and philosopher, Sri Koneru Ramakrishna Rao, whom I have known personally for many decades.
Prof. Rao was a multi-faceted person and held various key positions, including Vice-Chancellor of Andhra University, Chairman of A.P. State Commissionerate of Higher Education, and Vice-Chairman of Andhra Pradesh State Planning Board. His invaluable contribution to the field of education and Gandhian thought is a source of inspiration to many.
Prof. Rao had established the Department of Parapsychology in Andhra University and lectured at several universities abroad. He was also a psychologist and parapsychologist and had published several books and research papers.
His death is a personal loss to me. I convey my deepest condolences to the bereaved family members. Om Shanti!”
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Ministry of Youth Affairs &Sports has released a total of Rs 87.65 Crore till date for development of National Sports University in Manipur: Shri Anurag Thakur
National Sports University, established in Manipur, is a first of its kind university to promote education in the areas of Sports Sciences, Sports Technology, Sports Coaching, besides functioning as the national training centre for selected sports disciplines. The National Sports University will cater to students and sportspersons from all States and UTs, including those from Rajasthan and Kerala.
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has released a total fund of Rs.87.65 crore till date including Rs.5.49 crore during current Financial Year 2021-22 for establishing/construction of main campus and for functioning of temporary campus in Manipur.
Education comes under the Concurrent List of the Constitution. With majority of schools falling under respective State Examination Boards, the school curriculum is largely determined by State Governments. However, as per the National Curriculum Framework , 2005 Health and Physical Education is a compulsory subject upto Xth Class, and an optional subject at Higher Secondary Stage.
90 Extension Centres of STC , including 60 Khelo India Centres, and 10 Regular Schools which are part of the National Sports Talent Contest , are operational under Sports Authority of India. Most of the Extension Centres are operational in schools across the country. Further, under the “State Level Khelo India Centre” vertical of the Khelo India scheme, 04 Kendriya Vidyalayas with residential facilities are operational as Sports Schools since October 2019. Under this vertical, funds @ Rs. 1,50,000 per athlete per annum are provided towards expenses on boarding, lodging, education, training, competition exposure, medical by the Government of India.
This information was given by Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Anurag Thakur in reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Law and Justice
PM to address the inaugural session of Joint Conference of Chief Ministers and Chief Justices of High Courts on 30th April
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will participate in the inaugural session of the Joint Conference of Chief Ministers of States and Chief Justices of High Courts at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi on 30th April, 2022 at 10 AM. He will also address the gathering on the occasion.
The Joint Conference is an occasion for the executive and the judiciary to come together to create frameworks for simple and convenient delivery of justice and to discuss steps required to overcome the challenges facing the justice system. The previous such conference was held in 2016. Since then, the government has taken various initiatives for improving infrastructure and integration of digital technology in court processes under eCourts Mission Mode Project.
This conference provides a platform for the Chief Ministers of States and Chief Justices of High Courts to confer on the agenda issues, to deliberate on the further steps required in making justice delivery system effective, efficient, accessible and responsive to the needs of the citizens as well as contributing to the ease of doing business for growth in investment and employment generation. This is an effort of the Government towards Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Viswas and Sabka Prayas.
Prime Minister's Office
Dr. Abdullah Abdullah, Chairman, High Council for National Reconciliation of Afghanistan meets Prime Minister
Dr Abdullah Abdullah, Chairman, High Council for National Reconciliation, Afghanistan met the Prime Minister this morning . In keeping with the government’s policy of Neighbourhood First, the Prime Minister reaffirmed India’s long term commitment to further deepening the historical ties between India and Afghanistan. The two leaders discussed issues of bilateral and regional interest. Dr. Abdullah Abdullah briefed the Prime Minster on the Afghan peace process and the ongoing talks in Doha.
Bilateral issues, including India's development cooperation with Afghanistan, were discussed.
Dr Abdullah Abdullah appreciated Indian’s developmental commitment of US$ 3 billion, projects under which are benefiting Afghans across all of its 34 provinces.
The Prime Minister reiterated India's commitment towards sustainable peace and prosperity in Afghanistan and welcomed efforts towards a comprehensive and permanent ceasefire in Afghanistan.
National Security Advisor Shri Ajit Doval called on Dr Abdullah Abdullah on October 7 and discussed the Afghan peace process and related issues, including increased levels of violence across Afghanistan and peace and security in the region.
External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar will call on Dr Abdullah Abdullah tomorrow, i.e. on October 9, 2020.
Ministry of Coal
CMPDI and CCL ink MoA for development of Solar Power Projects
MoA was signed between Central Mine Planning & Design Institute  and Central Coalfields Ltd , Ranchi today for development of Solar Power Projects. This MoA will open a new path for CIL in becoming a Net Zero Energy company.
The MoA was signed by Sri A. K. Singh, General Manager , CMPDI and Sri V.K. Singh, General Manager , CCL.
This occasion was graced with the presence of Sri S K Gomasta, Director , CMPDI and Sri Manoj Kumar, Regional Director, RI-III, CMPDI.